Friday, May 15, 2026
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Twice-Loved Toy Shop seeking Donations

The toy shop is THIS week! If you have gently used toys that you would like to donate, drop your toys off Friday from 6-8 p.m., and shop from 10-12 on Saturday.
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Bear Creek Church continues holiday tradition

On Saturday,  the Bear Creek Church held their annual Holiday Bazaar which included food and drinks, silent auctions, gifts and door prizes.The Bear Creek Church holds the events to raise necessary funds to keep the church in repair.
Article Thumbnail. Dennis Bramow lends a hand on Saturday helping to hang the greenery for the Christmas Season

Decking of the Halls

On Saturday morning, area students and several adults began decking the halls. Duane Fisher delivered the greenery to Vinton where orders were sorted behind the high school in preparation for decorating the downtown.
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Holiday Lights Punch card returns

Back by popular demand, Vinton Unlimited is offering a ‘holiday lights‘ punch card to be used during the holiday shopping season! For every $10 spent, receive one punch.
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Benton County Introduces Rural Access Center

The Benton County Law Enforcement Agencies in Benton County held an Open House at the new Rural Access Center (RAC) located in the old West School building in Vinton on Wednesday.
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Over $3,100 raised for Gifts of Hope in October

The Virginia Gay Hospital Health Care Foundation thanks the community for supporting fundraising efforts during Breast Cancer Awareness month this past October.

SHIIP Volunteer speaks to Area Lions Club

Jennie Anderson, Local SHIIP Volunteer, Presents Information to Lions Club:The mission of SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) is to “advocate for, inform, educate and assist consumers on Medicare and related health insurance issues so they can make informed decisions and access resources to address their needs”.

Area Thieves Hit another Golf Course

Following a break-in at the Vinton Country Club resulting in the theft of TV's, and other items, the Wildcat Golf Course in Shellburg was hit last night.